What's a TPS Cable (per kg) Worth in Scrap?
Based on current Australian scrap yard rates and a typical tps cable (per kg)'s metal composition. Actual yard offers vary by city, load size, and material condition.
Component breakdown
A typical tps cable (per kg) weighs 1kg total. Here's where the value comes from — sorted by component, with the metal type, grade, and estimated payout.
| Component | Metal & grade | Weight (kg) | Est. mid value (AUD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin and earth sheathed cable; typical 2.5mm cable is ~50% copper by weight | Copper · Insulated Copper Wire | 1.0 | $5.23 |
How yards handle a tps cable (per kg)
Yards grade insulated copper by the cable type, and standard TPS goes as low grade insulated because the sheath is a large share of the weight. It is weighed as a bundle on gross weight. Stripping it to bare copper moves it to a much better grade, and the arithmetic favours stripping once you have several kilograms, though hand stripping is slow and a cheap cable stripper changes that. Short offcuts are not worth stripping. The mistake is mixing stripped and unstripped cable in the same bag, or leaving fittings and clips attached, which sends the whole lot to the lower grade. Keep bare and insulated separate. A single coil of offcuts is not a trip; save it until there is a proper bag.
Before you take it in
A few minutes of preparation can lift the value toward the high end of the estimated range.
- → If you have several kilograms, stripping pays back at roughly twice the insulated rate per kg
- → Manual stripping is slow; cable strippers from hardware stores pay for themselves quickly
- → Yards categorise insulated copper by sheath type — TPS is typically 'low grade insulated'
Where to sell a tps cable (per kg)
Any scrap yard accepting the relevant metals will buy a tps cable (per kg). Use our city directory to find yards in your area and see region-specific rates — payouts in regional and remote areas are typically lower than capital cities due to transport costs.
For larger items, call ahead to confirm pickup arrangements or weighbridge access. Most yards have minimum drop-off weights.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a tps cable (per kg) worth in scrap? +
A tps cable (per kg) is worth approximately $4.45 to $6.02 AUD in scrap value, with a mid estimate of $5.23. The exact amount depends on the city you sell in (yards in remote cities pay less due to transport costs), the condition of the components, and how well the item is prepared before drop-off.
What metals are in a tps cable (per kg)? +
A typical tps cable (per kg) contains 1kg of copper, totalling about 1kg. The copper component contributes the most value (around $5.23), even though it's not always the heaviest.
How do I prepare a tps cable (per kg) for scrapping? +
Several steps lift the return: (1) If you have several kilograms, stripping pays back at roughly twice the insulated rate per kg (2) Manual stripping is slow; cable strippers from hardware stores pay for themselves quickly (3) Yards categorise insulated copper by sheath type — TPS is typically 'low grade insulated'
Where can I sell a tps cable (per kg) for scrap? +
Any scrap yard accepting the relevant metals will buy a tps cable (per kg). See our <a href="/cities/">city directory</a> for region-specific yards and rates. Larger items may need pickup arrangement or weighbridge access — call ahead to confirm hours and acceptance.
Is it worth scrapping a single tps cable (per kg)? +
At $5.23 mid estimate, a tps cable (per kg) is worth scrapping if you're already taking other items to the yard. As a standalone trip, only if the yard is nearby.